Scott High School is located at 5400 Old Taylor Mill Road in Taylor Mill, Kentucky. The school's athletic teams are known as the "Eagles". The school is one of three high schools operated by the Kenton County School District.
Serving 1,017 students in grades 9-12, Scott High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,017 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scott High School serves the northern part of Latonia, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Scott High School's student population of 1,017 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,017 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Campus Size
78 Acres
School Rankings
Scott High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#524 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott High School's ranking?
Scott High School is ranked #524 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Scott High School often compared to?
Scott High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simon Kenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scott High School?
The graduation rate of Scott High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Scott High School?
1,017 students attend Scott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Scott High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott High School?
Scott High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scott High School offer ?
Scott High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scott High School part of?
Scott High School is part of Kenton County School District.
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